Helicopter crash Hilversum: one critically injured

All three occupants of a helicopter were injured during a helicopter crash on Hilversum Airport. The helicopter barely got off the ground when it tilted and the blades hit the grass, according to a police spokesperson. The three were able to leave the helicopter themselves, but one was critically injured. Two trauma helicopters transported the victims to a hospital. The helicopter belongs to Ryvas Helicopters, a company that offers helicopter tours and trial lessons. The cause of the accident is being investigated.

@flightradar24 3 people injured in helicopter crash at Hilversum Airport (EHHV) pic.twitter.com/Ofjxni1pPd

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